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Definition of farthernext
as in further
at or to a greater distance or more advanced point they had traveled farther down the Colorado River than any previous explorers

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adjective

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Recent Examples of farther
Adverb
In American's first-class cabins, seats are wider and recline farther, although the exact increase varies by flight and aircraft layout. Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 2 Feb. 2023 The traditional Wilson script logo on the frame's side isn't a solid decal, but a half tone that looks like dots up close and then script lettering from farther away. Tim Newcomb, Forbes, 27 Jan. 2023
Adjective
Travelers from farther locales often fly into Santa Barbara Airport (SBA), which is just 40 minutes away, and rental cars make that last stretch a breeze. Maggie Downs, Travel + Leisure, 27 Oct. 2025 The higher the number, the stronger the storm and the farther south the northern lights can be seen. Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 22 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for farther
Recent Examples of Synonyms for farther
Adverb
  • If the idea of lounging your way to fitness appeals, look no further, as the zero-impact ride gives you a full cardio workout.
    Kathleen Willcox, Popular Mechanics, 3 Feb. 2023
  • Look no further than the following quad exercises, which are trainer faves.
    Women's Health, Women's Health, 3 Feb. 2023
Adjective
  • Eating more high-fat cheese was also linked to a 29% lower risk of vascular dementia, a common type of cognitive decline caused by reduced or blocked blood flow to the brain.
    Julia Ries Wexler, Health, 9 Jan. 2026
  • Friends of the Everglades is pushing for 160 square miles of additional conservation land in the Everglades Agricultural Area, to create space for 1 million more acre-feet of water storage.
    Amy Green, Miami Herald, 9 Jan. 2026
Adjective
  • Here’s what else community members should know about the appointment of Ruszkowski and his authority as a conservator.
    Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Nov. 2025
  • Here’s what else council members addressed during a busy meeting.
    Austin Hornbostel, Nashville Tennessean, 10 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • The shooting comes amid heightened tensions between federal immigration authorities and Minneapolis officials, after DHS deployed thousands of additional officers to the area in recent days, sparking protests and backlash from city leaders.
    Stepheny Price , Alexandra Koch , Bill Melugin, FOXNews.com, 8 Jan. 2026
  • Last session, lawmakers nearly passed a $3 million bill to help school districts educate students who need additional services, like a full-time nurse or an ASL interpreter, that can cost more than $50,000.
    Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 8 Jan. 2026
Adjective
  • Chief Randal Taylor, in an another car behind Adams, aided the pursuit, the police said.
    Justin L. Mack, Indianapolis Star, 7 May 2020
  • This desire to preserve tradition, however, is likely to be met with a growing desire to preserve an another value: openness.
    Jeff John Roberts, Fortune, 22 Mar. 2020

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“Farther.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/farther. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.

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